Posts Tagged ‘diet’
Which is Worse: Aspartame or High Fructose Corn Syrup?
Which is Worse: Aspartame or High Fructose Corn Syrup? Answering this question is no easy task since it may be a lot like asking “Which is worse: heart disease or nervous system disease?” Each product is associated with different possible connections with disease. Aspartame, what is found in NutraSweet®, is thought to possibly cause or…
Read MoreTherapy Aided by Ginger
Therapy Aided by Ginger January 20, 2010 Used as both a culinary flavor and medicinal herb by cultures across the globe, learn how ginger can help many conquer Hepatitis C by improving adherence to combination therapy. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Defeating the Hepatitis C virus with combination therapy is a possibility for approximately half of…
Read MoreThe top 10 worst sources of aspartame
The top 10 worst sources of aspartame Sunday, March 04, 2012 by: Aurora Geib (NaturalNews) If you think you are making a healthier option because you chose to have diet soda over a regular soda drink, its time to think again. Crafty advertising may have given the term “sugar free” an impression of healthy alternative,…
Read MoreThe Simple 4 Rule Diet For Preventing Fatty Liver Disease
The Simple 4 Rule Diet By Christine Mcveigh Most people think a liver detox diet is only for losing a few pounds, getting more energy in your day and cleaning out your organs – a mini spring clean for the body. But more and more people are now being diagnosed with fatty liver disease and…
Read MoreTeas for Liver Health
Teas for Liver Health Bupleurum Root is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis, enlarged liver or spleen, chemical liver damage, liver stasis or liver congestion, depression and irregular menstruation. It is cited as an herb that increases protein synthesis in the liver, and reduces inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin production. Contraindications: Pregnant and nursing women…
Read MoreSurprise superfoods: Forget blueberries.
Surprise superfoods: Forget blueberries. Dieticians say popcorn and pork scratchings are bursting with nutrients – and could be GOOD for you There’s no doubt broccoli, watercress and acai berries are overflowing with healthy vitamins and minerals, but what about the foods we actually want to eat? As a new study reveals that the once-demonised egg…
Read MoreSeven myths about veggies
Seven myths about veggies Is it healthier to eat raw veggies or to cook them? Is fresh broccoli more nutritious than frozen? Is eating iceberg lettuce a waste of time? You may be surprised by the answers to these seemingly simple questions. In fact, there are several misconceptions when it comes to vegetables. The one…
Read MoreProtecting the Liver from Veggie Burgers
Protecting the Liver from Veggie Burgers Protecting the Liver from Hepatitis C and Veggie Burgers Particularly valuable to those with Hepatitis C, a new investigation sheds light on the common misconception that veggie burgers are a liver-friendly food. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. For the estimated four to five million Americans living with chronic Hepatitis C,…
Read MorePros and Cons of Olive Oil
Pros and Cons of Olive Oil Regarded as one of the most healthful oils today, olive oil harbors protective benefits for the liver. However, if not handled correctly, find out why olive oil is capable of having the opposite effect. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Olive oil is one of the most popular oils on supermarket…
Read MoreObese drinkers face liver double whammy
Obese drinkers face liver double whammy By Helen Briggs Health reporter, BBC News Alcohol consumption is linked to liver disease. Drinkers who are overweight face a “double whammy” impact on their liver, research suggests. Two studies of more than a million UK men and women suggest excess weight and alcohol act together to raise the…
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